THE FUTURE IS YOURS
Are you a changemaker? We are looking for motivated, creative, and compassionate public servants to join our team. Be part of a community-focused organization that is dedicated to innovative policing. Know that each day you will have opportunities to make your community safer and change people's lives.
COMPREHENSIVE SALARY AND BENEFITS PACKAGES
STEVE DREW
CHIEF OF POLICE
"The men and women of the Newport News Police Department have demonstrated their fortitude and have provided excellent service to the citizens of Newport News. As their leader, I am honored and proud to work alongside such a talented group of individuals who possess not only the necessary skills, but also the empathy and compassion needed to serve their community with excellence."
BEYOND THE BADGE
At Newport News Police Department, we believe in fostering community connections, promoting transparency and supporting the well-being of citizens and officers. It’s more than the badge and patches officers wear every day. We prioritize open dialogue and education. We aim to build a safer and more inclusive community.
DISCOVER NEWPORT NEWS
The City of Newport News sits on a prime vantage point where the James River meets the Chesapeake Bay. The city runs approximately 23 miles along the James River and the Hampton Roads Harbor. Steeped in history, ours is a community of diverse trades including shipbuilding, technological research and international commerce.
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We are proud of our city and its rich heritage which dates back to the founding of America. Newport News was named for Christopher Newport, captain of the Susan Constant, the lead ship of the 3-ship fleet that carried the Jamestown settlers to the New World in 1607. Captain Newport made several more trips between the New World and England.
